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Tapas & canapé catering in Oving, West Sussex
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Oving and West Sussex, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Sharing tapas starters
- Birthday drinks
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Planning an event in Oving?
How the day works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Evening receptions in Oving stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Get a quote
Planning tapas catering in Oving? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Tapas catering for your event in Oving
Tapas pair naturally with a live paella, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. Whether it’s evening grazing and birthday and anniversary parties, we will put together a menu of croquetas, albóndigas and Manchego with membrillo and more.
In a rural spot like Oving, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Area
- Oving (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Oving
Other catering in Oving
Events we cater in Oving
Tapas get people talking, because everyone shares.
Whatever you are celebrating in Oving, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Work receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas before paella
- Tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as The Parish Church of St Andrew, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before you book anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- What happens if it rains
- If the price includes VAT
Drinks receptions around Oving
Oving is about 3 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Oving, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 26 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Chichester station, about 2.7 miles west. Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (2.4 miles north). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. The coast is within about 5 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Wherever your event is in PO20, we can cook for your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Church Lane, Sampsons Drive and Highfield Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Oving for tapas catering include Shopwyke (1 mile west), Tangmere (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile north-west), Merston (1 mile south) and Boxgrove (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east) and Emsworth (9 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find St Richard's Hospital (2.1 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (1.4 miles east).
- Nearby schools include Tangmere Primary Academy (1.2 miles north) and Chichester High School For Girls (2.4 miles west)
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
- Space to finish hot dishes
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Check diets in advance
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Staff keep the canapés coming.
Waiting staff for canapés.
For event organisers in Oving
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Your questions about tapas catering in Oving
How far is Oving from London?
About 53 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook near the sea around Oving?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Will there be enough food?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
How much does tapas catering cost in Oving?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How many paellas should we have?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff